Intramedullary spinal neurocysticercosis treated successfully with medical therapy
Joint Authors
Ahmad, Shameem
Paul, Siba Prosad
Source
Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology
Issue
Vol. 44, Issue 3 (31 Dec. 2014), pp.661-664, 4 p.
Publisher
The Egyptian Society of Parasitology
Publication Date
2014-12-31
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Topics
Abstract EN
Neurocysticercosis caused by Taenia solium and is a common parasitic disease of the cental nervous system.
It usually presents with seizures, headaches, progressively worsening focal neurologic symptoms, visual disturbances, loss of bladder control, etc.
However, acute onset symptoms may also be seen.
MRI scans can accurately diagnose spinal or cerebral lesions and is also helpful in monitoring progress while on treatment.
Albendazole is currently the drug of choice along with steroids for medical management of neurocysticercosis.
The case of intramedullary spinal neurocysticercosis was treated with praziquantel.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Ahmad, Shameem& Paul, Siba Prosad. 2014. Intramedullary spinal neurocysticercosis treated successfully with medical therapy. Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology،Vol. 44, no. 3, pp.661-664.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-430415
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Ahmad, Shameem& Paul, Siba Prosad. Intramedullary spinal neurocysticercosis treated successfully with medical therapy. Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology Vol. 44, no. 3 (Dec. 2014), pp.661-664.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-430415
American Medical Association (AMA)
Ahmad, Shameem& Paul, Siba Prosad. Intramedullary spinal neurocysticercosis treated successfully with medical therapy. Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology. 2014. Vol. 44, no. 3, pp.661-664.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-430415
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 664
Record ID
BIM-430415